Energy Performance Certificate
1 Bishops Close
AL4 9AR
ST. ALBANS
Current
C
69
Potential
C
79
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in ST. ALBANS, AL4 9AR. The property offers 127m² (1367 sq ft) of spacious living space with 8 habitable rooms. It is a post-war property from the mid-20th century. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £2286, comprising £1828 for heating, £234 for hot water, and £224 for lighting. The property produces 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is moderate for a UK home.
How Does 1 Bishops Close Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this ST. ALBANS property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £2286 are close to the UK average. The 127m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 4.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the AL4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs ST. ALBANS
vs AL4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £1539/year more than the ST. ALBANS average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 26 Sept 2023
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Property Information
Full Address
1 Bishops Close
AL4 9AR
ST. ALBANS
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1950-1966
Floor Area
127.0 m²
8.0 total rooms
8.0 heated
Tenure
Owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
69 / 100
Potential: 79
CO₂ Emissions
4.1 tonnes/year
32 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
184 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
26 Sept 2023
not sale or rental
About ST. ALBANS
ST. ALBANS is situated in Hertfordshire, East of England. Properties in ST. ALBANS have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). Heating costs are £1081 above the local average, suggesting room for improvement. The AL4 postcode district contains over 8500 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the ST. ALBANS area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£1828.0/yr
Save £145/yr
Hot Water
£234.0/yr
Lighting
72.0% low energy
£224.0/yr
Save £49/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 270 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 72% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
Wheatfields Junior Mixed School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2023
Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School
PrimarySandringham School
SecondaryBernards Heath Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2009
Skyswood Primary & Nursery School
PrimarySt John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
PrimarySt Albans Girls' School
SecondaryLast inspected: Jan 2013
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2022
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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Area Safety
Crime levels are moderate in the surrounding area (1-mile radius)
Most Common Incidents
April 2026violent crime
17 incidents (19%)
Anti-social behaviour
16 incidents (18%)
Theft
13 incidents (15%)
Vehicle crime
12 incidents (14%)
Shoplifting
11 incidents (13%)
About this data: Crime statistics show incidents reported during April 2026 within a 1-mile radius. Data from Police.uk, updated monthly.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.